eterminants of Export Performance of Garment Export Industry in the Case of Debre Birhan Industry Par

Abstract

The major objective of the study was to investigate the determinants of export performance of the garment export industry in the case of Debre Birhan Industry Park. The study used a quantitative research approach methodologies. Besides, a descriptive and explanatory research design was used. The researcher used a stratified random sampling method from each department. Then, after the sample size of each stratum was calculated, a simple random sampling method was used to select respondents from each stratum. The study also used primary data sources and the data collection instrument was structured close-ended survey questionnaires using the five-point Likert scale adopted from different scholars in previous studies. In this study both descriptive and inferential statistics such as mean, standard deviation, correlation, and multiple regression analysis were used through SPSS Version 26 software. The research findings indicate that several factors significantly influence the export performance of the garment export industry in Debre Birhan Industry Park. Supply chain factors, skills factors, labor productivity factors, compliance factors, and market access all have a positive and statistically significant effect on export performance. However, the effect of infrastructure constraints factors on export performance is not statistically significant. In conclusion to enhance export performance industry stakeholders should focus on improving supply chain efficiency, investing in skills development, promoting labor productivity, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Additionally, efforts should be made to expand market access opportunities for the industry. However, it is important to address infrastructure constraints to further facilitate the growth and competitiveness of the sector. The study recommends that policymakers and industry stakeholders focus on strengthening these key determinants to boost the export competitiveness of the garment sector.